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# BDR Executive Custom Homes

Original Houzz profile: [BDR Executive Custom Homes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/bdr-executive-custom-homes-pfvwus-pf~252697688)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Home Builders
- **Location:** Grand Rapids, MI
- **Serves:** Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Kentwood, Forest Hills, Cutlerville, Grandville, Northview, East Grand Rapids, Comstock Park, Byron Center, Rockford, Lowell, Caledonia, Cannonsburg, Ada, Alto, West Michigan Shoreline
- **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 25,000 Ideabook Saves

Since BDR’s inception in 1987, over 300 families have trusted us to build the custom home of their dreams. In doing so, BDR has become highly respected and admired in the residential and waterfront construction markets. BDR Custom Homes has received numerous “Home of the Year” awards, which demonstrates that BDR is recognized as one of Michigan’s premier custom home builders.
 
At BDR we attribute our success to our founding goal, “to exceed every client’s expectations through excellence in design, craftsmanship, and communication.” Our devoted team of men and women understands that building a home requires a foundation of listening and understanding. We are passionate about the building process and delighting our clients.

"We are committed to building each home as if it were our own. It will be 
completed on time, within budget, and with the quality craftsmanship you expect."

### Services Provided

- New Home Construction
- Custom Homes
- Home Remodeling
- Home Additions
- Garage Building
- Site Planning
- Deck Building
- Deck Repair
- Door Repair

### Areas Served

- Grand Rapids
- Wyoming
- Kentwood
- Forest Hills
- Cutlerville
- Grandville
- Northview
- East Grand Rapids
- Comstock Park
- Byron Center
- Rockford
- Lowell
- Caledonia
- Cannonsburg
- Ada
- Alto
- West Michigan Shoreline

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | BDR Executive Custom Homes |
| Address | Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525, United States |
| Phone | (616) 458-8505 |
| Website | http://bdrinc.com |
| License Number | 2102105074 |
| Followers on Houzz | 121 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/BDR-Custom-Homes/149599735146601

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [BDR Executive Custom Homes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/bdr-executive-custom-homes-pfvwus-pf~252697688)
- **Website:** http://bdrinc.com
- **Phone:** (616) 458-8505

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- "Home of the Year"

- **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service.

**Affiliations**
- [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019)
- [Home Builders Association of Michigan](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/home-builders-association-of-michigan-pfvwus-pf~1477551635)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 5 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Andy Yates Design, Nov. 2021**

> It is always a pleasure to collaborate with the skilled team of professionals at BDR.  They respect the design process, and support their partners consistently.  They deliver high-quality, custom construction with a positive, solutions-based attitude.  I highly recommend them to anyone considering building a new luxury home, or a renovation.

**Comment from BDR Executive Custom Homes:**

> Our success at BDR is the result of working with an exceptional design team, gifted trade professionals and vendors united in a commitment to our clients.  We value and appreciate your contribution to the process.

**★★★★★ — Cannarsa Structure and Design, March 2020**

> Working with BDR over the past ten years has always been a very positive experience for my design team.   They are professional, creative, and dedicated to making the building or remodeling experience the best it can be for our mutual clients.   Highly recommended!

**★★★★★ — hbl77, Oct. 2014**

> We have recently moved into our BDR home in Douglas, MI and could not be happier with the final product.  Moving into a newly built home in Chicago 5 years ago has made it easy to see how BDR's quality is well above others.
>
> Staying within budget is always a challenge but with suppliers that BDR uses, we were able to stay within range and splurge in areas that were important to us.  The lighting, plumbing, flooring and tile professionals that BDR set us up with were all so helpful in making sure we were happy with selections we made, pricing and final product.
>
> Working with our project manager has been very positive.  He has always been honest and did his best to keep contractors on pace.  We are so appreciative of all his hard work and extra help he gave us even as we were moving in.
>
> We are in love with our new home away from home.  Our biggest problem is that we never want to leave!  We would definitely use BDR again and recommend them to everyone.

**★★★★ — reswood, Oct. 2014**

> The team @ BDR did a great job of helping us build our dream home. The integration of a great design, a unique construction, and high quality materials and craftsmanship all came together in a beautiful way and exceeded our expectations. We love our new home!

**★★★★★ — Ann Dosch, Sept. 2014**

> We worked with BDR building on Lake Michigan home.  They were professional and completed our home in the time frame we expected.  The quality of our home is outstanding!  From our first meeting to the completed project, we felt like we were working with friends. We have never built a home before, but after this experience with BDR, I would do it again.  We worked hand and hand with the designer to help pick out products that would add appeal to our home and our construction manager was always available to answer any questions that we had.  Great job, BDR!

## Selected projects

- [Brighton \| Parade of Homes 2023](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brighton-parade-of-homes-2023-pj-vj~7305003)
  - Location: Ada, MI
  - Photos: 8
- [Parkview \| Parade of Homes 2023](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/parkview-parade-of-homes-2023-pj-vj~7293293)
  - Location: Ada, MI
  - Photos: 9
- [Old English Warmth](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-english-warmth-pj-vj~7293317)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Hilltop Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hilltop-modern-pj-vj~7293307)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Lakeshore Hideaway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeshore-hideaway-pj-vj~7293245)
  - Location: Holland, MI
  - Photos: 11
- [2015 Spring Parade of Homes- Waterleaf](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2015-spring-parade-of-homes-waterleaf-pj-vj~1234715)
  - Location: Grand Rapids, MI
  - Photos: 7
- [Sweet Spot](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sweet-spot-pj-vj~5885811)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 23
- [2016 Spring Parade of Homes -  Waterleaf](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2016-spring-parade-of-homes-waterleaf-pj-vj~2085418)
  - Location: Grand Rapids, MI
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: 2016 Spring Parade of Homes Awards of Excellence $1 Million+ : Best Curb Appeal $1 Million+ : Best Kitchen
- [2017 Spring Parade of Homes- Thornapple River](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2017-spring-parade-of-homes-thornapple-river-pj-vj~2791896)
  - Location: Grand Rapids, MI
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: This modern prairie-style home was the headliner of the 2017 Spring Parade of Homes and won a GOLD for custom kitchen design at the NAHB Best in American Living awards. The owners wanted to ensure that the design of the home emphasized the forest-framed views of the river. Understated earth tones, light colors, Fon du Lac stone and wood accents also play off the home's surroundings creating a home that truly embodies modern indoor-outdoor living.
- [Hueful Homestead](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hueful-homestead-pj-vj~2843733)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 51
- [Thornapple Modern Prairie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/thornapple-modern-prairie-pj-vj~2673743)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Cascade Springs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cascade-springs-pj-vj~899174)
  - Location: Grand Rapids, MI
  - Photos: 21
- [Loft at the Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loft-at-the-lake-pj-vj~2606382)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
- [Homestead Away from Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/homestead-away-from-home-pj-vj~2578348)
  - Location: Glen Arbor, MI
  - Photos: 10
- [Lakefront Leisure](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakefront-leisure-pj-vj~1463281)
  - Location: Grand Rapids, MI
  - Photos: 7
- [2013 Fall Parade of Homes- Waterleaf](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2013-fall-parade-of-homes-waterleaf-pj-vj~772273)
  - Location: Grand Rapids, MI
  - Photos: 1
- [Haven Up North](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/haven-up-north-pj-vj~2313440)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Farmhouse Circa 2013](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-circa-2013-pj-vj~2313169)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Windsor Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/windsor-cottage-pj-vj~662927)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Lake Michigan Escape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-michigan-escape-pj-vj~662945)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 31

[See all 30 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/bdr-executive-custom-homes-pfvwus-pf~252697688)

## Ideabooks

- [Einfeld2](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86181962/list/einfeld2) — 2 ideas
- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/83819805/list/wish-list) — 5 ideas
- [exterior ranch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81970207/list/exterior-ranch) — 1 idea
- [house and entry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81968371/list/house-and-entry) — 1 idea
- [lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47146895/list/lighting) — 5 ideas

[See all 5 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/bdrcustomhomes)

## Community Q&A

**Q: what is the brand and the color of the siding?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Building my dream home and want to use this siding

A: This was a custom color, so we do not have specific information for you.  Enjoy building your dream home!

**Q: Laura Heller, Elder Nest** *(in Photo Questions)*

Love these cabinets! Are they oak? What is the finish on them? Thanks

A: This home featured custom cabinetry with a painted finish.  We think it turned out great too!

**Q: Cabinet color** *(in Photo Questions)*

Good Day.  Where can I get information on where you can find these cabinets?  I would greatly appreciate it!

A: The cabinets were sourced via Tru-Kitchens in Grand Rapids, MI.  www.trukitchens.com

**Q: The doors, the doors!!!** *(in Photo Questions)*

This is such a fabulous design! Can you please tell me where you sourced the doors for the shower dressing rooms? 
We are implementing a very similar design in our new house build, and are at the point where we need to order the doors this week! 
Can you please share the make & model of the doors? We’ve searched high & low, and can’t find anything similar. I don’t want to give up on the design! Thank you very much!

A: Thank you for your inquiry! The doors you admire were a custom design built on site. You will likely need a building professional to assist, as the doors are not an "off the shelf" design. Good luck!

**Q: Love this look!** *(in Photo Questions)*

What color are the interior doors?

A: The interior design was handled by the clients' designer. I'm sorry I don't have access to that information. We are glad you like it!

**Q: numbers on towels?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Just curious, what are the numbers on the towels for? Very creative bathroom!!

A: The numbers on the towels corresponded to the number on the baskets on the shelf (see reflection in the mirror).  The bathroom was designed to serve a bunk room that can accommodate 12 guests.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*